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SECTION 21 13 00 – FIRE-SUPPRESSION SPRINKLER SYSTEMS21 13 39 – FOAM WATER SYSTEMS

CONE ROOF TANKS - DELUGE FOAM CHAMBER SYSTEMS

1. GENERAL

1.1 WORK INCLUDED

This section describes the design and installation of the new [and modified] portions of the Fire Protection System and a new Foam Fire Protection System for the _______. The design flow rate shall be based on the information indicated on the drawings and this specification. The [modified and] new portions of the fire protection system shall be in accordance with NFPA 11 and as required by the Owner’s insurance carrier _________ and the local fire protection authority having jurisdiction. The Contractor is responsible for designing, furnishing, and installing all Fire Protection services, including but not limited to, piping, wiring, equipment and devices as required for a complete, approved, and functioning system.

1.1.1 The Contractor shall provide a deluge foam-water foam chamber system for the ___________ cone roof fuel storage tanks. Include all detectors, switches, alarms, wiring, and controls.

1.1.2 The Contractor shall hydraulically calculate and size all Fire Protection equipment, piping and devices to ensure adequate flow to all system components. The Contractor shall use the latest flow test data available from the Owner to use as the basis of his hydraulic calculations.

1.2 RELATED WORK [modify as required – see footer]

Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Supplementary conditions and Specification sections, apply to work of this section. The _ drawings and the _ drawings describe the fire protection requirements. The Contractor shall also coordinate with other trades’ drawings and contractors.

A. Documents in Division 00 - Procurement Requirements apply to the work of this Section.

B. Sections in Division 01 - General Requirements apply to the work of this Section.

C. Sections in Division 21 – Fire Suppression

D. Sections in Division 26 – Electrical

Specifier Notes: This product guide specification is written according to the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) 3-Part Format, including MasterFormat, SectionFormat, and PageFormat, as described in The Project Resource Manual—CSI Manual of Practice, Fifth Edition. This section must be carefully reviewed and edited by the Architect to meet the requirements of the project and local building code. Coordinate this section with other specification sections and the Drawings. Delete all “Specifier Notes” after editing this section.



1.3 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

A. Design Reliability:

The designer of the fire protection systems shall meet one of the requirements below.

1. A registered Professional Engineer.

2. National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Level III in Automatic Sprinkler Layout. Copies of the designer's certificate from NICET shall be submitted along with the drawings for approval.

3. The Contractor is responsible for the design and installation of the fire protection system, including support, in accordance with these specifications and the contract drawings. The Contractor shall coordinate with architectural, civil, mechanical, and electrical, design and construction documents, to ascertain the required information. The Contractor shall coordinate with the other discipline drawings and respective Contractors to ensure a properly designed fire protection system for the building construction and occupancy classification.

B. Codes and Standards

The Contractor shall install the fire protection systems in accordance with the latest editions of the following Standards:

NFPA 11 Standard for Low-, Medium-, High-Expansion Foam

NFPA 13 Installation of Sprinkler Systems

NFPA 24 Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their Appurtenances

NFPA 70 National Electric Code

NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code

NFPA 101 Life Safety Code

National Electric Manufacturers Association (NEMA) PublicationEnclosures for Industrial Controls and Systems

Underwriters Laboratory, Inc. (UL) Publication – Fire Protection Equipment Directory

Factory Mutual (FM) Global requirements, if applicable to this project.




C. Materials and Equipment

All equipment and devices shall be of a make and type listed by UL or approved by FM, or other nationally recognized testing laboratory for the specific purpose for which it is intended.

The Contractor shall provide fire protection products in accordance with UL standards; provide UL label on each product.

If applicable to this project, the Contractor shall provide fire protection products and installations in accordance with FM standards.

All products shall be listed for fire protection service.

The fire protection systems shall be in conformance with all Federal, State, and Local requirements.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

Submit under provisions of Section 01 33 00 – Submittals.

Product Data: Submit manufacturer’s product data, including type, model, and physical dimensions.

All literature and instructions provided by the manufacturer of all installed equipment and devices describing proper operation, maintenance, and safety requirements.

Piping layout drawings, electrical interface schematics, hydraulic calculations, and Contract Drawings shall be submitted to and approved by the owner’s insurance carrier and the local fire protection authority prior to installation.

Contractor shall provide certification indicating that the system is installed in compliance with the applicable codes.

Contractor shall provide verification that the appropriate acceptance tests have been conducted in accordance with the local fire protection authority and the applicable codes.

1.5 CONDUIT

Conduit shall be in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC, local and state requirements).

Conduit shall not exceed 40 percent of interior cross-sectional area where three or more cables are contained within a single conduit.




Cable must be separated from any open conductors of power or Class 1 circuits, and shall not be placed in any conduit, junction box, or raceway containing these conductors, as per NEC Article 760-29.

1.6 WIRE

All fire alarm system wiring shall be new.

Wiring shall be in accordance with local, state, and national codes (e.g., NEC Article 760). Number and size of conductors shall be as recommended by the fire alarm system manufacturer, but not less than 18 AWG for initiating device circuits and 14 AWG for notification device circuits.

All wire and cable shall be listed and/or approved by a recognized testing agency for use with a protective signaling (fire alarm) system.

1.7 DELUGE FOAM CHAMBER SYSTEM DESIGN CRITERIA

1.7.1 Provide a deluge foam chamber fire protection system for the _________ cone roof fuel storage tank(s) as shown on Drawing ________.

(NOTE - Generally tanks of less than 20’ diameter will be protected by hand lines, monitors, or dike only protection in accordance with NFPA 11 and AHJ approval)

1.7.2 The system shall include all accessories as are necessary for a complete and operational system. The foam-water system shall include but not be limited to the foam concentrate, foam bladder tank, foam proportioner, foam chambers, fire cross main, deluge valve, control panel(s), associated wiring, piping and fittings, and all accessories necessary for a complete and operational system.

1.7.3 Design of the foam-water system shall be by hydraulic calculations for uniform distribution of foam solution over the protected area and shall conform to the NFPA standards listed above and to the requirements specified herein.

1.7.4 Foam Concentrate

The foam concentrate shall be UL Listed and/or FM Approved for use on hydrocarbon fuels.

The foam concentrate shall be ANSULITE® 3% AFFF. When hydrocarbon and polar solvents fuels or just polar solvent fuels are present the foam concentrate shall be ANSULITE® 3x3 Low Viscosity Alcohol-Resistant AR-AFFF Concentrate.




1.7.5 Distribution of Foam Solution

Distribution shall be essentially uniform throughout the area. Variation in discharge from individual foam chamber shall be between 100 and 120 percent of the specified density.

1.7.6 Duration of Foam Discharge

System shall apply 3% foam solution for a minimum of 30 minute duration for hydrocarbon products with flash point between 100 F and 200 F (37.8° C and 93.0° C).

For hydrocarbon products including crude oil with flash points below 100 F (37.8° C), the minimum discharge duration shall be 55 minutes.

For polar solvent/water soluble liquids, the minimum discharge duration shall be 55 minutes.

Duration for supplemental foam hose streams shall per NFPA 11, based upon the largest diameter tank in tank farm being protected.

1.7.7 Discharge Area

Area shall be based upon the surface area of the tank(s) being protected.

[NOTE - Most systems with multiple tanks or hazards will be designed to accommodate the hazard with the largest demand as approved by the AHJ. All areas must be individually calculated for water supply requirements as well as foam agent requirements.][Caution: Foam systems may have different discharge time requirements based on the exact hazard and type of discharge device, thus the highest water demand area may not have the highest agent requirement.]

1.7.8 Solution Application Density

System shall be sized to provide the specified density when the system is discharging the specified total maximum required flow. Application to the tank area shall be a minimum of 0.10 gpm /ft² (4.1 Lpm/m²) for hydrocarbon liquids. For polar solvent/water soluble liquids, consult the UL directory under file GFGV.EX3933 for ANSULITE® 3X3 Low Viscosity Concentrate (A334-LV) application rates.




System shall also include supplemental foam hose streams. The number of hose streams is based upon the largest diameter tank in tank farm being protected per NFPA 11. Each foam hose stream to be a minimum of 50 gpm (189 Lpm).

1.7.9 Friction Losses

Calculated losses in pipe shall be in accordance with the Hazen-Williams formula with “C” value of 120 for galvanized steel pipe.

1.7.10 Location and Number of Foam Chambers

Location and number of foam chambers is based upon tank diameter per NFPA 11. The spacing of the foam chambers shall be to provide uniform foam distribution to the tank surface area.

1.7.11 Drainage

Each riser shall be arranged so that it can be drained entirely after system use.

1.8 The foam fire protection system shall be automatically activated when signal is received from remote manual pull station or other fire detection as required by AHJ.

1.8.1 Upon activation the following shall immediately occur:

1.8.2 Activation of the deluge valve to send foam solution to the fire protection piping that feeds the affected tank farm area. Individual valves located outside of dike for affected tank may have to be opened manually or automatically subject to site emergency response plan and AHJ approval.

1.8.3 An alarm shall be sent to the local fire alarm system.

1.8.4 Audible and visual alarms shall sound and light locally and on the Foam Fire Protection System control panel.

2. PRODUCTS

2.1 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS

A. ANSUL (a brand of Johnson Controls), One Stanton St., Marinette, WI 54143, Tel: 715-735-7415, (Toll Free) Tel: 800-862-6785, www.ansul.com


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B. CHEMGUARD (a brand of Johnson Controls), One Stanton St., Marinette, WI 54143, Tel: 817-473-9964, www.chemguard.com

C. TYCO (a brand of Johnson Controls), 1400 Pennbrook Parkway, Lansdale, PA 19446, Tel: 215-362-0700, (Toll Free) Tel: 800-558-5236, Fax: 800-877-1295, www.tyco-fire.com

D. Johnson Controls, 1400 Pennbrook Parkway, Lansdale, PA 19446, Tel: 215-362-0700, (Toll Free) Tel: 800-558-5236, Fax: 800-877-1295, www.johnsoncontrols.com

E. Proposed substitutions of other manufacturers not listed in these specifications must comply with provisions of Sections 00 43 25 and 01 25 00. Contractor D. For substitutions of other manufacturers not listed in specifications, comply with provisions of Sections 00 43 25 and 01 25 00. Contractor must submit Substitution Request Form. All substitutions must be pre-approved.

2.1.1 All equipment and components shall be new, and the manufacturer’s current model.

2.1.2 All equipment and components shall be installed in strict compliance with manufacturer’s recommendations.

2.1.3 All equipment shall be attached to walls and ceiling/floor assemblies and shall be held firmly in place. Fasteners and supports shall be adequate to support the required load.

2.2 Foam Chamber(s)

Foam chamber(s) shall consist of a foam expansion chamber and an integral foam maker and orifice plate. The foam chamber shall be of steel construction with red corrosion resistant “CR” finish. The discharge outlet shall be of the flat face designed that may be bolted or welded to the storage tank. For ease of access to the vapor seal, the chamber body shall contain a hinged inspection hatch secured with stainless steel captive bolts. The hatch shall also contain a lifting handle designed to support the weight of the chamber for hoisting. The foam maker shall contain a stainless steel screen that is cylindrically shaped to conform to the air inlet surface to help prevent damage. The vapor seal shall be of Teflon construction to allow unrestricted flow. The Teflon vapor seal shall be designed of a thickness to meet the UL required burst pressure range of 10 to 25 psi (0.7 to 1.7 bar). The vapor seal retaining ring shall be designed with slotted keyholes to eliminate bolt removal during replacement. The inlet foam maker shall be a raised face flange with an orifice sized to allow the required solution flow at the available pressure. A stainless steel nameplate shall be attached to the foam chamber hatch. The plate shall specify manufacturer, model number, and part number. Foam chamber shall be______________ (ANSUL® AFC-90, AFC-170, AFC-330, or AFC-550) as required.

A foam ______ (split or shallow) deflector shall be included with each foam chamber and mounted inside of the tank to redirect foam solution to the shell wall as required by the Type II discharge device design application rates. (The use of shallow deflector requires tank entry for mounting)


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Foam chamber mounting pad shall be included with the assembly when required. (Recommended if tank welding or entry is not possible)

2.3 Systems Water or Solution Valves

Systems valves shall be in accordance with NFPA 11 (Section 4.7.6).

2.4 Deluge Valves

Valves shall be operated by a detection and control system listed for the releasing service. The deluge valve shall be provided with electrical solenoids compatible with the voltage and current supplied by the control panel. If 6 in. valves are used in larger risers, provide smoothly tapered fittings. In addition to the automatic operation, arrange each valve for manual hydraulic release at the valve. Provide pressure gauges and the other appurtenances at the deluge valve. The Deluge Valve shall be TYCO Model DV-5 with associated trim or approved equal. Where system pressures could exceed listed operating pressures the TYCO Pressure Regulating Model DV-5 Deluge Valve shall be used.

2.5 Hydraulic Concentrate Control Valve

The hydraulic concentrate control valve shall be a UL Listed and/or FM Approved assembly that is factory assembled and tested. It shall include a threaded bronze body ball valve with mounting kit for securely attaching the hydraulic actuator to ball valve. The ball valve shall be designed for a minimum 400 psi (27.6 bar) WOG. The valve shall be fitted with a stainless steel ball, stem, and packing nut. Valve seats shall be of glass reinforced TEFLON™ material. The Stainless Steel Hydraulic Actuator must be approved by the manufacturer for using water as the medium to operate the actuator. The actuator shall have a position indicator and have the capability for manual override. The actuator shall be designed to operate the valve with a minimum of 30 psi (2.1 bar) water pressure and shall contain no external moving parts which could cause fouling of adjacent equipment, injury to personnel, misalignment problems common to external linkage systems, or potential for disengagement caused by tampering.

The valve(s) shall be an ANSUL Part No. _______.

2.6 Foam Concentrate

Foam concentrate shall be a UL Listed and/or FM Approved ______ [AFFF or AR-AFFF] for 3% proportioning for use on _______________ [hydrocarbon or (and/or) polar solvents liquids].




Contractor shall supply sufficient concentrate to fill the tank(s) and for testing of the foam system.

The foam concentrate shall be ANSULITE AR-AFFF 3X3 Low Viscosity (A334-LV) Concentrate for hydrocarbons and polar solvents. (ANSULITE 3% AFFF AFC3B is acceptable provided no polar solvents or fuels with more than 10% oxygenated additives by volume are protected)

Foam concentrate quantity shall be based upon the requirement for the largest and/or most severe hazard.

2.7 Foam Concentrate Storage Tank

Tank(s) shall be designed for storage of foam concentrate at atmospheric pressure and shall be of vertical, cylindrical, high-density cross-linked polyethylene construction. Tank shall be equipped with the following: valved drain/fill connection, foam concentrate pump suction and return connections, inspection hatch, and pressure/vacuum vent valve. The tank shall be semi-translucent to allow visual indication of concentrate level in tank. The foam concentrate shall have a minimum _______ gal (_______L) capacity to provide sufficient foam concentrate for the time specified when the system is discharging foam solution at total maximum system flow.

[NOTE - The Authority having jurisdiction shall advise on means of providing reserve supply of foam concentrate. NFPA 11 requires reserve supplies to be available for tank recharge within 24 hours. Many AHJ’s may require use of reserve tank in equal capacity to main tank especially when owners cannot afford plant shut down while waiting on reserve foam delivery.]

2.8 Foam Concentrate Pump

Pump(s) shall be a positive displacement type constructed of materials compatible with manufacturer's foam concentrate. The pump(s) shall be rated for a minimum ______ gpm (________ Lpm) at ______ psi (_______bar) using the type of foam concentrate as specified. Each pump shall be furnished with a pressure safety relief valve sized appropriately to the rated pump capacity. Pump shall be mounted on a carbon steel base and shall have guards over all couplings. Concentrate pump shall be electric motor TEFC drive.

__ phase, ___ Hertz, ____ Volts AC.

Note: If foam concentrate lines from the foam concentrate pump(s) to the IBP's are run underground or where they run above ground for more than 50 ft (15.2 m), a foam jockey pump and controller may be required.




2.9 Pump Controller

The foam concentrate pumps shall operate automatically and shall be controlled by a listed or approved full service across-the-line type foam pump controller with minimum 3R enclosure. Controllers shall be installed as per power supply requirements of NFPA 20.

2.10 Pressure Control Valve

The pressure control valve (returning excess foam concentrate back to the storage tank) shall be a pressure-sustaining, back pressure, hydraulically operated, pilot-controlled, modulating type arranged to maintain constant upstream pressure in the foam concentrate piping as the flow rate varies. Valve shall be sized to pass the full foam concentrate pump output through it. Materials of construction shall be compatible with the foam concentrate type.

2.11 Foam Proportioner

The IBP proportioner assembly shall be UL Listed and/or FM Approved with the type of foam concentrate being used together in the system. The IBP proportioner shall be a self-contained unit fully assembled and tested at the factory and delivered complete and ready for use. Field connections shall be limited to water, foam concentrate input, and foam solution outlet. The IBP proportioner(s) shall include a proportioner, integral pressure balancing valve and nameplate. These principle components; pipe, and fitting shall be constructed of either brass or stainless steel.

The IBP or PPW proportioner(s) shall be an ANSUL Part No. _______ or equal.

[NOTE - 6” or 8” PPW proportioners are UL Listed and/or FM Approved devices that expand low flow correct proportioning capability as compared to traditional IBP proportioners. Example; a 25’ diameter tank being protected by same system that protects 200’ diameter tank, also single proportioning system that can support hand lines or chambers. Consult data sheet for details]

2.12 Above Grade Piping and Fittings

Exterior piping for deluge systems shall be galvanized steel or better for corrosive environments in accordance with NFPA 11. Foam concentrate piping shall not be galvanized.

2.13 Control System - General




All control systems shall be UL Listed and/or FM approved and be utilized with listed or approved compatible operating devices and shall be capable of the following functions:

Ground fault indication

Supervised alarm circuits

Supervised primary power circuit

Remote Trouble Alarm

Battery standby

Front panel indicating lamps (LEDs) or (LCD) display

Key lock steel enclosure

2.14 Control Panel

The control panel shall be a UL Listed and/or FM Approved microprocessor controlled control panel. Provide AUTOPULSE® Deluge Panel or approved equal.

The door shall provide a key lock and include a glass or other transparent opening for viewing of all indicators.

All interfaces and associated equipment are to be protected so they will not be affected by voltage surges or line transients.

The control panel shall receive one (1) 120 volt dedicated power feed.

2.15 Power Supply

Each power supply shall operate on 120 VAC, 60 Hz, and shall provide all necessary power for the foam fire protection system.

It shall provide a battery charger for 24 hours of standby.

It shall provide an earth detection circuit.

It shall provide optional meters to indicate battery voltage and charging current.




2.16 Batteries

Batteries shall be 12 volt.

Batteries shall have sufficient capacity to power each fire alarm system for not less than 24 hours in standby plus 5 minutes of alarm upon a normal AC power failure.

Batteries are to be completely maintenance free. No liquids are required. Fluid level checks, refilling, spills, and leakage are not acceptable.

3.0 EXECUTION

3.1 The Contractor shall hydrostatically test the entire Fire Protection system at 200 psi (13.8 bar) for 2 hours. Bladder tanks shall be isolated by manual valves and not be included in this test. For the hydrostatic test, the water pressure shall be increased in 50 psi (3.5 bar) increments with observations of the joint and gasket stability during each step increase. Increase pressure to the next increment only after joint and gasket stability has been demonstrated. After the required hydrostatic test pressure has been reached and maintained for one hour, the pressure shall be returned to zero while examining for leakage. The pressure shall be slowly increased again to the required hydrostatic test pressure and maintained for two hours while the leakage measurement is determined. All lines shall be relieved of pressure after completion of the test. In the event of repairs or additions, the affected piping shall be retested at the installation Contractor’s expense. A Contractor’s Material and Test Certificate shall be furnished by the Contractor and countersigned by the Owner’s Representative. All shutoff valves shall be fully closed and opened under system pressure to ensure proper operation.

3.2 The Contractor shall coordinate with Owner any activity requiring an interface with existing plant services or other contractors to implement fire protection in the Building.

3.3 The Contractor shall protect piping and system components from freezing in exterior or unheated spaces.

3.4 Piping shall be installed so that the entire system may be drained. Piping to foam chambers shall be secure and valved outside of the hazard area per NFPA 11. Swing joints at tank transition may be required by local code.

3.5 Mains, test connections, and other equipment shall be labeled as per FM and NFPA.

3.6 Pipe hangers and supports shall comply with NFPA.




3.7 Penetrations through fire walls and floors shall be provided using appropriate methods to maintain their integrity as per NFPA.

3.8 Electrical installation shall be in accordance with the NEC, NFPA 72, local and state codes, as shown on the drawings, and as recommended by the major equipment manufacturer.

3.9 All conduit, junction boxes, conduit supports, and hangers shall be concealed in finished areas and may be exposed in unfinished areas.

3.10 All fire detection and alarm system devices, control panels and remote annunciators shall be flush mounted when located in finished areas and may be surface mounted when located in unfinished areas.

3.11 Provide the service of a competent factory-trained engineer or technician authorized by the manufacturer of the fire alarm equipment to technically supervise and participate during all of the adjustments and tests for the system. The factory representative shall demonstrate that the Foam Fire Protection Systems function properly in every respect.

3.12 Inspectors test connections shall be provided as required by NFPA and the local fire marshal.

3.13 All piping shall be closely coordinated with other trades to avoid interferences (process piping, utility piping, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, general construction).

3.14 Fire Protection systems installed in electrical rooms noted on the drawings shall have welded sprinkler piping. All screwed connections shall be backwelded except sprinkler head connections. Sprinkler heads shall not be located directly above electrical equipment.

3.15 Foam Fire Protection Systems shall be tested only after all hydraulic testing and flushing is complete and all deficiencies found have been corrected to the satisfaction of the Owner.

3.16 Foam Discharge and Concentration Testing

Test each system at the designed flow with foam solution through the foam chambers or foam chambers diverter test tube assembly when permitted. The use of temporary hose lines and nozzle connected to a test header maybe preferred by the AHJ especially after tanks have been fueled. Run foam solution for at least 60 seconds to collect a sample.

The manufacturer's representative shall test samples of foam solution taken from each system to ensure proper AFFF concentration by means of refractive index. Provide protection for all electrical fixtures and equipment exposed to possible damage during the tests and protect doors




and other openings leading from the protected area, to prevent migration of the foam solution into other areas or spaces.

3.17 Flushing and Rinsing

After completion of tests, flush all piping carrying foam solution with fresh water.

3.18 Environmental Protection

Provide temporary measures to prevent foam solution from entering storm drains, sanitary sewers, drainage ditches, streams and water courses. Contain all foam solution on paved surfaces or specific containment area. Collect all discharge foam solution and dispose of it in an EPA approved wastewater treatment facility that provides a secondary (biological) treatment.

3.19 Foam Concentrate Storage Tank

After acceptance of the system testing, agent tanks shall be charged to the required tank capacity.

4. WARRANTY

Warranty Terms

The Contractor shall warranty all work performed and all material and equipment furnished under this contract to be free from defects and shall remain so for a period of at least one (1) year from the date of acceptance.

5. MAINTENANCE

Complete maintenance and repair service for the Foam Fire Protection systems shall be available from a factory trained authorized representative of the manufacturer of the major equipment for a period of five (5) years after expiration of the warranty. The Contractor shall indicate this cost with his bid.

6. INSTALLATION




6.1 Installation shall be accomplished by the licensed contractor. Provide a qualified technician,

experienced in the installation and operation of the type of system being installed, to supervise

the installation and testing of the system.

6.2 Installation of Piping: Accurately cut pipe to measurements established by the installer and work

into place without springing or forcing. In any situation where bending of the pipe is required,

use a standard pipe-bending template.

6.3 Welding: Conform to the requirements and recommendations of NFPA 13.

6.4 Drains: Drains shall be of adequate size to readily carry the full flow from each drain under

maximum pressure. Install drips and drains where necessary and required by NFPA 13.’

6.5 Supervisory Switches: Provide UL/FM supervisory switches for sprinkler control valves.

6.6 Waterflow Alarm Switches: Install UL/FM waterflow switch and adjacent valves in easily

accessible locations.

6.7 Affix cutout disks, which are created by cutting holes in the walls of pipe for flow switches and

non-threaded pipe connections to the respective waterflow switch or pipe connection near to

the pipe from where they were cut.

6.8 Securely attach identification signs to control valves, drain valves, and test valves. Locate

hydraulic placard information signs at each sectional control valve where there is a zone water

flow switch.

7. INSPECTION AND TESTING

7.1 Preliminary Testing: Flush newly installed systems prior to performing hydrostatic tests in order

to remove any debris which may have been left as well as ensuring piping is unobstructed.

Hydrostatically test system, including the fire department connections, as specified in NFPA 13.

Test and flush underground water line prior to performing these hydrostatic tests.

7.2 Final Inspection and Testing: Subject system to tests in accordance with NFPA 13. Connection to

the fire alarm system shall have been in service for at least ten days prior to the final inspection,

with adjustments made to prevent false alarms. Furnish all instruments, labor and materials

required for the tests and provide the services of the installation foreman or other competent

representative of the installer to perform the tests. Correct deficiencies and retest system as




necessary, prior to the final acceptance. Include the operation of all features of the systems

under normal operations in test.

Note: The converted values in this document are provided for dimensional reference only and do not reflect an

actual measurement.

ANSUL, ANSULITE, AUTOPULSE and the other product names listed in this material are marks and/or registered

trademarks. Unauthorized use is strictly prohibited.

*TEFLON is a trademark of The Chemours Company.

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